Samsung X210L MPEG4 Sports Camcorder with 1GB Memory and 10x Optical Zoom
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Digital Photo Product Details
Manufacturer: SamsungModel: SC-X210L
Product features:
- 680K-pixel CCD delivers high-resolution images, color, and detail
- Water-resistant external lens for hands-free shooting
- 1GB built-in memory; SD/MMC compatibility
- MPEG-4 video recording; MP3, webcam, voice recorder, and data storage
- Includes carrying case and mounting bags
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Samsung X210L MPEG4 Sports Camcorder with 1GB Memory and 10x Optical Zoom
Customer Review: 5 Stars for Special Purpose Use
Summary: 5 Stars
I've had the Samsung X210L for about 10 months now... and give it a 5 star rating for special purpose use -- i.e. sports cam. In the sports cam application (in my case, mostly skiing) you usually have two distinct needs -- shooting friends and family from a distance and helmet cam.
This is the only camera I could find that fit both needs --
In the first case when shooting action involving someone else at a distance, there are two things that really count -- (1) big optical zoom (this cam has 10X) and (2) image stabilization (also part of the X210L). We've also found it important to have a pretty quick power up/ready to shoot sequence and X210L is fast (couple of seconds or less).
In the second case, you need to realize that Flash helmet cams aren't going to give great video -- way too much radical motion -- but they will capture the basic eye-view experience. What's important here is a solid setup. The X210L helmet cam is easy to connect (plugs right into the back without requiring anything to be opened up) and, as with any helmet cams, simply functions as an external lens -- does the job and has a nice one button (ski gloves! capable) on/off, record/stop combo setup on the cord.
A few other things that make this a great sports cam --
-- small size -- deck of cards form factor means is really can go in an inner pocket where it will stay warm, protected, and dry.
-- super flat battery form factor -- packing an extra battery is no big deal and it clips on the outside with one large easy to manipulate button
-- camera will record without the lcd display flipped out -- so if you're in a wild hand-held situation you can still shoot by aiming down the top of the cam but avoid the risk of damaging the LCD
-- extra batteries and chargers are reasonably priced
-- solid lens cap for when the cam is tucked in a pocket and you're using the helmet cam
-- simple controls (again, glove-capable)
-- 2GB slot -- when combined with the 1gb internal memory (requires you to switch between internal and external) means you can get pretty high quality levels -- up to couple of hours of shooting with an extra 190ma battery spare
-- cable connection between the camcorder the helmet cam is solid -- not likely to bend pins or break the connector
If you're just looking for point and shoot video simplicity and don't need much optical zoom, I'd recommend the other camera we use (Flip Video), but if you really want to nail the sports camera application this one (and presumably it's replacement the X300L) has a very slick set of features.
Description of Samsung X210L MPEG4 Sports Camcorder with 1GB Memory and 10x Optical Zoom
The ultra-compact SC-X210L Sports Camcorder, a 2006 CES Innovations Award winner for design and engineering, lets you capture the action - even while you're in it - thanks to a weather resistant external clip-on lens that lets you shoot hands-free. 1GB of built-in memory lets you record up to 34 minutes of high quality MPEG4 video, an SD/MMC slot allows you to add even more memory (via optinal SD memory card) to ensure that you capture all the action which can be previewed on the 2" LCD screen, and then downloaded to a PC at high speed with a USB 2.0 port connection. A 10x optical zoom lens with 100x digital-zoom enhancement provides a grand menu of possibilities for wide, normal. and telephoto perspectives. A 680K pixel CCD and electronic image stabilization deliver crisp, sharp visuals, while you also enjoy the convenience of MP3/webcam/voice recorder/data storage. SD/MMC slot allows additional memory support by adding up to 2GB optional SD or MMC memory cards Bright 2.0 LCD viewing screen 6-in-1 multi functions - digital camcorder; digital still camera; MP3 player; data storage; voice recorder; webcam Electronic image stabilization for blur-free images LED flash for shooting stills indoors or in dark places USB 2.0 high-speed PC and Macintosh transfer connectivity; By simply connecting the Sports camcorder to a PC via the USB cable, you can charge the battery pack PictBridge compatible AC adapter, battery pack, A/V cable, wrist strap, remote control, carrying case, mounting band, mounting equipment, USB cable, earphone, software CD Unit DimensionsWDH - 2.41 x 3.68 x 1.19; Weight - 0.33 lbs.Camcorders
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